Finding the Fourth Proportional to 409, 564.42 and 225
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 409, 564.42 and 225 is: 310.50
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
409 : 564.42 = 225 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
409/564.42 = 225/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
409x = 564.42 × 225 - Step 4: Simplify right side
409x = 126,994.50 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 126,994.50/409 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 310.50
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